St Peter's Basilica & Dome: Guided Tour
Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a professional art historian
Why you should buy your ticket on Viaggia Piccoli.
Highlights
Get an incredible view (and a view of Vatican City) with tickets for a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and climb to the top of the dome. Start your tour by climbing the stairs leading to the dome of St. Peter's. Look closely at the dome's interior mosaics as your guide tells you about the history of this Renaissance-style church. Once you reach the panoramic bridge, admire the splendid view of St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens from above. Admire Rome from 136 meters above sea level and admire the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo and other historical sites. From here, go straight down to the Basilica and avoid the long lines at the entrance. Stroll among the renowned Renaissance and neoclassical works of art by Canova, Michelangelo and Bernini with the guidance of an art historian.
What is included?
- Ticket access to St Peter's dome
- Guided tour of St.Peter's Basilica
- Headset so that you can always hear your guide
- Free time after the tour to explore the Basilica at your own leisure
What is not included?
- Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
- Skip-the-line service
- Guided tour of St. Peter's dome
- Access to Papal Grottoes
What is there to know?
Accompanying guide: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
*Not wheelchair accessible
*The tour is subject to weather conditions and liturgical events
* The visit is not suitable for those suffering from claustrophobia, dizziness, heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Dress code (for all genders):
- Knees and shoulders must be covered
- No hats or sunglasses
- It is not permitted to wear clothing with rips, tears or transparent material.
- Failure to comply with these rules may result in refusal of entry.
- Strollers are not allowed inside the Basilica
* Meet your guide at the meeting point in Largo del Colonnato 5.
The meeting point is located outside the Basilica, before the entrance to St. Peter's Square and the security checks. Do not pass through metal detectors before meeting your guide.
* Look for the yellow sign with the TOURIKS logo .
* Arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time
* Do not go through metal detectors before meeting your guide.
* Bring your wired headphones with you (just in case).
*This tour does not have express entry and entry/security lines can be long. Please add standing time to your plans
* 320 steps to climb the dome
*Skip-the-line service is NOT included
* Please note that there is a mandatory security check at the ticket office of the Duomo and St. Peter's Basilica (waiting times may apply).
*Backpacks and large bags are not permitted
* Knees and shoulders must be covered
* No hats or sunglasses are allowed
* No low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts are permitted.
* Clothing with rips, tears or see-through materials is not permitted.
* In case of delay, there will be no refund.
Meeting point
Largo del Colonnato 5 - Roma - Italia
Cancellation policies
Can be canceled for free up to 72 hours before the selected time
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